Jewelry Making Resources | Fire Mountain Gems and Beads

Single-Strand Necklace

You'll be the envy of everyone you meet with this gorgeous necklace set. Cloisonné and gemstone beads radiate positivity and wealth in this design.

Design Idea J32J

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Bib-Style Necklace

This tranquil necklace design depicts a top-down view of a happily swimming fish whose wire and gemstone bubbles gently drift up and away.

Design Idea J322

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Single-Strand Necklace

Lapis lazuli is often associated with the night sky, but Karen Suarez's necklace design takes this regal gemstone down "By the Sea." Her incredible metal clay work reeled in the Grand Prize Silver Medal in our 2018 Contest.

Design Idea J31X

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Bib-Style Necklace

Sheila Schwede made her own pearl reef with metal clay and added cultured freshwater pearls as a finishing touch.

Design Idea J31W

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Silver-Plated

A fine silver film deposited on a base metal by electrolysis, in the same kind of electrically-charged bath used to make gold electroplate.

Station

A pendant that is the focus of a design.

Single-Strand Necklace

The Maori believe whales are the descendants of Tangaroa, the god of the oceans who transported the first man safely to New Zealand's island shores. The tail is seen as a symbol of strength.

Design Idea NE2K

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Pottery Shard

A piece of broken pottery.

Earrings

Cultured freshwater pearls are beautifully caged using bead caps in these dazzling earrings.

Design Idea J30L

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Silver-Finished

Also called Silver Color or "washed." The base metal is brass or steel and the product is electroplated with a non-standardized thickness of silver.

Earrings

Transform basket-style bead caps or bell caps into charming chaton settings and repurpose decorative end bars into beautiful chandelier earring components.

Design Idea J306

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Accu-Guard

A horseshoe-shaped loop of metal used to cradle and protect beading wire, thread or cord from fraying through contact with metal components such as clasps or links.

Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Butterfly, fly away in this double strand necklace and earring set. Sparkling spring-green crystals and peridot gemstones add a breath of fresh color.

Design Idea J128

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Collar-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Svetlana Dubinsky's jewelry set "Blooming Desert" captured sparkling spring growth with a delicate use of crystals.

Design Idea HA3P

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Collar-Style Necklace and Earring Set

Play with a wide variety of available crystal components to create the ornate flower detailing spread across this necklace.

Design Idea HA33

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Polymer Clay

A plastic sculpting material made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), used to create jewelry beads and components.

Pewter

A metal alloy that is largely made from tin with trace elements, like copper or antimony added for hardness. Older or classic pewter contains tin while lower grades of pewter may contain lead or zinc and have a darker silver-grey color. Newer or modern pewter uses antimony or bismuth rather than lead.

Nickel Silver

An alloy, mostly containing nickel, popularized in German and Native American jewelry. Nickel silver resembles sterling silver in color, with a greyer tone.

Nickel-Plated

Items have an industry standard of .15 to .25 mils thickness of nickel which is plated to the surface of the base metal.

Stretch Bracelet

Inspired by black horn Cherokee bracelets, this simple beaded design is a modern take on a traditional style.

Design Idea NE2P

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Earrings

Dangling tourmaline gemstone earrings frame your face with movement and the natural opulence of uncut gemstone.

Design Idea NE3T

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Bracelet

Create the colorful mosaic look of this bracelet with DiamonDuo™ beads. The faceted front provides extra dimension and play of light.

Design Idea NE2T

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Earrings

Get a little holly-jolly on! Grab some findings and follow these super-simple instructions to make your own candy cane earrings.

Design Idea NE3W

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Earrings

Sterling silver chains hang low and loose to provide plenty of swing to this neon green seed-beaded earring set.

Design Idea 73C9

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Earrings

These earrings feature beautiful sterling silver feathers and components alongside just a splash of turquoise for an authentic Southwestern feel.

Design Idea 73C8

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Headband

If you're looking for something with a rustic handmade style, look no further than this gorgeous satin headband made by fingerloop braiding.

Design Idea NE43

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Earrings

The bright colors of Crystal Passions® beads and pearls play with light, while strands of Accu-Flex® beading wire add energetic movement to these beautiful dangling earrings.

Design Idea 73BJ

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Multi-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Show off a patriotic spirit by taking inspiration from this set. The layered necklace and matching earrings fall right in line with the latest trends.

Design Idea NF22

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Earrings

Niobium components match the darker details of rhodonite beads and antique silver plating in this inspired pair of earrings.

Design Idea NF23

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Wrap Bracelet

A combination of rustic and modern styles, this braided wire bracelet features a beautiful faux knot that's sure to confuse and delight envious onlookers.

Design Idea NE2W

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Double-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Take inspiration from the natural beauty and festive spirit of Brazil by re-creating this design full of color and movement.

Design Idea NF27

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Flower Earrings

Reminiscent of the Asiatic Lily, this beautiful earring set by designer-artist Christine Calhoun reminds us that flowers can be as striking as they are beautiful.

Design Idea 7399

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Bracelet

Pearls are a perennial classic, and this bracelet gives them a colorful twist by including vibrant gold-filled beads and light rose Crystal Passions® crystal beads.

Design Idea 6506

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Can you feel the warmth of sunstone radiating from this set? Textured wire and gold-tone chain add a rugged element to the design.

Design Idea NF2B

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Bracelet

This beautiful seed-beaded bracelet uses peyote stitch to craft little colored coral patches for a statement piece of natural-yet-otherworldly beauty.

Design Idea 611K

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Earrings

Sophistication doesn’t need to be complicated. This Malachite Drop Earring set proves the point in its stylish simplicity.

Design Idea 589T

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Single-Strand Necklace

Fire Mountain Gems alumni Rose designed this Palau Passion Necklace, which perfectly evokes the feeling of vacationing in a warm island sunset.

Design Idea 586P

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

The tiger's animal magnetism gleams in this golden-yellow gemstone set. The pointed focals display iridescent banding that complement the gold-tone components.

Design Idea NF2D

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

Sky blue topaz paired with sterling silver creates a fresh, pure look that accentuates the cross pendant's promise of hope and clarity.

Design Idea NF2E

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Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set

The eye of Horus looks upon those who wear this design. Red jasper and picture jasper give this set a warm, desert-inspired look.

Design Idea NF2F

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Choker-Style Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set

Re-create this leather and chevron set for a beautiful boho-chic addition to your collection.

Design Idea NE2Y

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Bracelet

The timeless combination of pearls and gold in this design would look stunning on anyone and could easily be adjusted for any size wrist.

Design Idea 585B

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Earrings

The artistry of hand-crafted Hill Tribes sterling silver charms brings this oceanic earring set to life.

Design Idea 5859

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Preciosa Crystal Beads - Color and Effect

Discover the vibrant world of Preciosa Crystal with our handy chart! Identify, color match, and shop for the perfect crystals for your creative projects.

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